discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Blue discoloration often ends up being related to a medication or supplement someone is taking, Basile says.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Prevent nail discoloration: Ask for an extra layer or base coat to further protect your nails.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025
City residents started notifying officials in early-to-mid December about water discolorations, largely over one weekend, which led to assembly of the WRT.
—Chuck Rupnow, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Blue discoloration often ends up being related to a medication or supplement someone is taking, Basile says.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Prevent nail discoloration: Ask for an extra layer or base coat to further protect your nails.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 Feb. 2025
City residents started notifying officials in early-to-mid December about water discolorations, largely over one weekend, which led to assembly of the WRT.
—Chuck Rupnow, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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